What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacist position at VOLTO Consulting?
POSITION :: Pharmacist
LOCATION :: Morristown, NJ
SHIFT :: 8pm - 7am. 7 days on and 7 days off
CONTRACT :: 13 weeks
PAY RANGE :: $75/hr - $80/hr
RESPONSIBILITIES ::
- Reviews patient profiles to assure appropriate therapy based on patient specific information that includes at least the following: age, gender, diagnosis, co-morbidities, relevant laboratory values, allergies, height, weight and BSA, pregnancy and lactation status
- Dispenses medications, prescriptions, miscellaneous items accurately and promptly. Processes requests via phone, window, fax, and computer in a professional and timely manner
- Checks medications before being placed in automated dispensing machines and floor stock to assure accurate fill. Checks IVs, batching, patient own medications, repackaging and extemporaneous preparations for accuracy. Checks crash cart trays, rapid response boxes, and miscellaneous emergency kits.
- Prepares, supervises and ensures aseptic compounding of IVs including antineoplastic agents correctly and in a timely manner promoting efficiency and cost effectiveness. Reviews levels of batched IV medications, batches, supplies to avoid waste, documents all required information, and assures batches are checked and put away promptly.
- Initiates appropriate clinical interventions and clarifications with corresponding documentation. Demonstrates compliance with Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee initiatives.
- Provides drug information to physicians, nurses, other health care professionals, and patients/family members.
- Answers phones, window, and door promptly and in a courteous manner. Able to handle problems/issues independently.
- Participates and coaches in education and training programs for new employees, current employees, students, and pharmacy residents.
REQUIREMENTS ::
- Minimum 2 year of hospital pharmacy experience
- Oncology/infusion center experience
- Graduation from an accredited School of Pharmacy
- Current active registration and licensure with the State of New Jersey Board of Pharmacy.
Salary : $75 - $80
